Polity·Panchayati Raj
Who constitutes the State Finance Commission?
Answer: Governor — constituted every 5 years to review panchayat finances.
SFC recommends distribution of taxes between State and local bodies; report placed before Legislature.
Archive · 20 December 2025
3 APPSC Facts
One from Polity, one from History, one from Current Affairs. Deterministic selection for this date — same 3 cards every time.
History·Mughal Empire
High FrequencyNadir Shah invaded Delhi in which year?
Answer: 1739 — looted Peacock Throne and Koh-i-Noor; empire never recovered.
Nadir Shah was Persian ruler; massacred 30,000 Delhi citizens; weakened Mughal authority permanently.
Current Affairs·Books Authors
High FrequencyWhat is the difference between Sahitya Akademi and Jnanpith Award?
Answer: Sahitya Akademi gives annual awards in 24 languages; Jnanpith gives ONE award per year (highest).
Different bodies: Sahitya Akademi (government-funded) vs Bharatiya Jnanpith (private trust).
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